Man Pleads Guilty to Murder Over Missing Dog
A man pleaded guilty on Tuesday to shooting and killing his mother’s boyfriend in July 2023. Lawrence Marcellus Marshall IV, 21, of an unknown address, faces up to 60 years… Read More
dog
Dog Shot, Killed After Attack in Bethesda
Police said officers shot and killed a dog Wednesday after an attack in Bethesda left two women injured and another dog dead. Officers responded to Heather Hill Road at about… Read More
Adoption Fees Waived as Shelter Aims to Find Homes for Pets
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center will host a fee-waived adoption event Dec. 14-15. Dubbed “Home for the Holidays,” the weekend event seeks to match shelter pets with… Read More
Pooch Pool Party in Gaithersburg this Weekend
Call it the dog days of summer. Montgomery County Recreation will host the ultimate canine celebration on Saturday, Aug. 24, and Sunday, Aug. 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.… Read More
Bethesda Yappy Hour, Pop-Up Dog Park Returns July 18
Montgomery Parks and the Bethesda Urban Partnership will host three Yappy Hours at the Elm Street Urban Park starting Thursday, July 18. Pups and their humans can enjoy live music… Read More
Bark Social Hosts Puppy Bowl Watch Party and Adoption Event
The biggest game on Sunday isn’t between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers, at least according to Bark Social in Bethesda. The off leash dog-friendly bar is… Read More
No Injuries After Tree Falls on House in Takoma Park
A large tree fell into a house in Takoma Park on Wednesday and narrowly missed a dog inside, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete… Read More
‘More to Love’ Event Will Waive Adoption Fees for Dogs Over 40 Pounds
Adoption fees will be waived for dogs over 40 pounds during the “More to Love” event with the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC). It is not uncommon… Read More
Canine Flu Detected in County
By now you probably have gotten your flu shot, but what about your four-legged friends? Area veterinarians report increased cases of dog flu in their practices. The Montgomery County Office of… Read More
Adoption Fees Waived at County Shelter Through Dec 31
Update Thursday, Dec. 22: Adoption fees are now waived through the end of the year. Original: The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) is waiving adoption fees through… Read More
Stranded Dog Rescued from Sligo Creek
MCFRS responded to a call around 11:22a.m. on Sunday regarding a dog stranded in Sligo Creek. Rescue units found the puppy, who appeared frightened and “unfriendly,” near Big Mill Pond.… Read More
Local Parks to Host Popular ‘Paint With Your Pup’ Events
Cabin John Regional Park and Dewey Local Park will each host “Paint with your Pup” events in August. During the events, dogs and their owners will work together to create… Read More